4: Chapter 4 Helping Xiao Lingxue Awaken Her Immortal Body

When they were halfway back to the Sect, Cao Yang said to Xiao Lingxue in front of him, "Fifth Senior Sister, didn't you ask me earlier how I could tell that Rusted Sword was a treasure?"

"Actually, after I stepped into the path of Cultivating, not only did many fragmented memories appear in my mind, but my body also felt very different from before. Being able to see through seemingly ordinary treasures with my eyes is one of those changes."

"Junior Brother, you must have been a mighty expert in your past life."

"I'm not clear on that yet, but that Rusted Sword is a genuine treasure—a true Immortal Sword, and its Rank isn't low. It's just that the sword spirit seems to be injured and is currently in a deep sleep," Cao Yang said while locking his Divine Sense onto Xiao Lingxue, as if trying to observe something.

Indeed, Cao Yang revealed the Immortal Sword because he wanted to test Xiao Lingxue. Although Xiao Lingxue had been a perfect fairy in his heart since they started spending time together,

Treasures can stir the heart, and Cao Yang naturally wouldn't leave any hidden dangers for the future. After all, once the conquest was successful, Xiao Lingxue would be his woman.

However, it was clear that Cao Yang had overthought it.

When Xiao Lingxue heard about the Immortal Sword, her eyes held only pleasant surprise and envy; no greed appeared.

Cao Yang thought to himself that she truly deserved to be a target selected by the System; her character was top-notch.

"Is it true, Junior Brother? You were even able to obtain an Immortal Sword; you are undoubtedly a person of great Luck!"

Xiao Lingxue showed a look of envy. "Congratulations, Junior Brother, on obtaining an Immortal Sword. You must let Senior Sister play with it in the future; I've never seen a real Immortal Sword before."

"No problem, Fifth Senior Sister. Once the artifact spirit wakes up, I'll lend it to you. If I get another Immortal Sword in the future, I'll give one to you."

Xiao Lingxue showed a look of joy. "Then Senior Sister will thank Junior Brother in advance."

Soon, the two of them flew into the Sect on their swords, heading straight for Liuli Peak.

"Fifth Senior Sister, go directly to your Immortal Cave. Let's first see if the Precious Bottle contains the ice heart you need."

"Alright, Junior Brother."

Cao Yang placed the Precious Bottle on the stone table in the Immortal Cave. "Fifth Senior Sister, although this Precious Bottle is a Magical Artifact, it has been Sealed by a high-level expert. With our Cultivation, it's very difficult to break."

"Junior Brother, then what should we do? Should we go to Master for help? If we do, Master might question you about your Awakening memories," Xiao Lingxue frowned.

Cao Yang thought for a moment. "There must be another way to break the Seal on the Precious Bottle. Let's think together."

"The Immortal Sword!" the two said in unison.

The two smiled at each other. Cao Yang took out the Rusted Sword and lightly slashed at the Precious Bottle. The bottle shattered, the Seal was broken, and the deep blue ice heart inside was revealed.

"It's an ice heart, and it's even a fifth-grade treasure! Senior Sister, your Luck is exploding!"

"It's all thanks to Junior Brother. I'm just benefiting from your good fortune." Xiao Lingxue was incredibly happy, her pretty face flushing slightly, clearly very excited.

"By the way, Junior Brother, you said a third-grade one could awaken an Immortal Body. Is a fifth-grade one even better?"

"Yes, Fifth Senior Sister. A fifth-grade ice heart has better effects. It can even evolve an Ice Spirit Body into an Immortal Body. Awakening an Immortal Body can also, to a certain extent, raise one's Realm."

Xiao Lingxue showed a look of gratitude: "This is truly a priceless treasure. I really thank you, Junior Brother. In the future, when I obtain a great Opportunity, I will compensate you."

Cao Yang smiled slightly. "It's fine, Senior Sister, don't be so polite. I consider you my closest relative, so there's no need for formalities."

"Mhm. Then, Junior Brother, do you know how I should proceed to awaken my Physique?"

"Fifth Senior Sister, drip a drop of blood onto the ice heart, then circulate your Qi and feel it with your heart to refine it."

Xiao Lingxue sat cross-legged on the stone bed, dripped a drop of blood onto the ice heart, held it in her hand, and closed her eyes to feel it. The ice heart turned into energy, flowing through her palms into her limbs and bones.

A few minutes later, a bone-chilling cold air emanated from Xiao Lingxue's body. The surrounding stone walls were soon covered in ice, and a thick layer of ice accumulated on the ground and the bed.

Cao Yang retreated to the entrance of the Immortal Cave to wait.

After a while, sensing the ice receding, Cao Yang entered the Immortal Cave. Xiao Lingxue on the stone bed looked even more cold and aloof, with a sense of drifting Immortal Qi—truly like a fairy descended to earth. Her Cultivation had also reached the Early Stage of Nascent Soul.

Xiao Lingxue could feel that most of the ice heart's energy had been converted into Qi to raise her Realm. The energy required to awaken her Physique wasn't much; the main requirement was the high quality of the ice heart!

The moment she saw Cao Yang, the coldness on her face quickly melted away, revealing a Soul-stirring smile. "Junior Brother, not only have I awakened the Ice Spirit Immortal Body, but my Realm has also reached the Early Stage of Nascent Soul. You are truly my lucky star!"

"Congratulations, Fifth Senior Sister, on Awakening your Immortal Body. From now on, your Aptitude will be Heaven-Defying, and your immortal path will be limitless."

"Fifth Senior Sister, you should first stabilize your Realm. I'll head back to my Immortal Cave now."

As Xiao Lingxue watched Cao Yang about to walk out of the Immortal Cave, a hint of admiration appeared in her eyes.

"Junior Brother, wait a moment."

Just as Cao Yang stepped out of the Immortal Cave, he heard her voice and turned around. His lips were suddenly ambushed by Xiao Lingxue with a quick, dragonfly-skimming-the-water kiss. Blushing, Xiao Lingxue fled back into the Immortal Cave.

Cao Yang was dazed for a moment. He touched his lips with his hand, the corners of his mouth curving upward slightly, and turned to walk toward his own Immortal Cave.

Cao Yang sat cross-legged on his stone bed. Not only had he just gotten Xiao Lingxue's first kiss, but the System's voice also rang in his head. He had gained 80% favorability from Xiao Lingxue, which already counted as love.

Cao Yang thought silently: "System, bring up my personal status panel."

Host: Cao Yang

Realm: Early Stage of Soul Transformation

Physique: Chaotic Immortal Body (Evolvable), Void-Breaking Immortal Eye

Cultivation Technique: Supreme Path of Devouring Void and Evolving Chaos

Race: Human Race

Target Favorability: Xiao Lingxue (80%)

Conquests Completed: 0

Cao Yang had obtained 80% favorability from Xiao Lingxue and was close to completing the mission. After putting so much effort into preparing, he finally had a good return.

Cao Yang began to feel some anticipation.

Don't overthink it; Cao Yang was simply looking forward to the System's rewards!

Back in her own place, Xiao Lingxue's heart was racing, and her mind was a complete blank. What had she just done? She had been too impulsive.

She thought, Junior Brother won't think I'm an easy person, will he?

After Xiao Lingxue calmed down, she began to sit and meditate, but she still couldn't focus on her Cultivation.

The scene of her bold move kept appearing in her mind, along with that strange feeling. But why was she actually looking forward to it? She wondered if she was a bad woman.

Xiao Lingxue shook her head and forced herself to begin meditating and Cultivating again.

"System, sign in."

"Ding! Congratulations to the host. Sign-in successful. You have obtained 500 years of Genius Cultivation!"

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for obtaining an Immortal-grade Cultivation Technique, the Ice Soul Immortal Manual!"

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for obtaining an Immortal-grade Spell, the Immortal Stealth Technique."

The Ice Soul Immortal Manual is a mid-tier Immortal Rank technique. It allows one to Cultivate Qi with an ice-cold attribute, which is extremely aggressive and can also increase Soul level.

The Immortal Stealth Technique not only hides one's Cultivation Realm but also allows one to hide within the Void Realm.

After reading the System's description, these were definitely good things!

The System is so reliable!

Before Cao Yang could claim his Cultivation, Xiao Lingxue's voice transmission rang in the Immortal Cave.

"Junior Brother, I've come to find you."